Accounts Payable Specialist (Construction)
About the Opportunity
A well-established, family-owned general contractor is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is an opportunity to become part of a stable organization with over 50 years of success, exceptional employee retention, and a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
The company is adding a second AP Specialist following the retirement of a long-tenured employee. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced accounting team in a structured environment where quality, accuracy, and long-term commitment are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation: $85,000
About the Opportunity
A well-established, family-owned general contractor is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is an opportunity to become part of a stable organization with over 50 years of success, exceptional employee retention, and a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
The company is adding a second AP Specialist following the retirement of a long-tenured employee. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced accounting team in a structured environment where quality, accuracy, and long-term commitment are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable invoices for assigned construction projects and job numbers.
- Verify invoices for accuracy and prepare them for internal approval.
- Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
- Prepare and process vendor payments, including printing and issuing checks.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure timely payment processing.
- Communicate with vendors and internal project teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment inquiries.
- Review subcontractor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvals.
- Assist with filing, record retention, and maintaining organized AP documentation.
- Support month-end closing activities and additional accounting responsibilities as needed.
- 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably within the construction industry .
- Experience working for a general contractor strongly preferred.
- Stable work history with demonstrated longevity in previous positions.
- Experience processing a high volume of AP invoices from start to finish.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across accounting and operations.
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and follow established processes.
- Experience processing subcontractor invoices and construction-related payables.
- Familiarity with lien releases, job costing, and construction documentation.
- Experience with Timberline/Sage (Sage 300 CRE)
- Experience working in a manual or paper-based AP environment.
- Full-time, 100% onsite position.
- Collaborative, family-oriented accounting team with approximately 13 employees.
- Stable workload with clearly defined responsibilities and strong work-life balance.
- No expected overtime or weekend work.
- Long-tenured employees and a company culture focused on teamwork, stability, and long-term success.
- 401(k)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Compensation: $85,000